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By GABRIELLA DRAGONE
April 11, 2024
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson City Council recently opted to retract a proposed ordinance aimed at regulating charitable groups conducting outdoor food distributions within the city. Originally, the ordinance required individuals and nonprofit organizations to obtain permits for such activities, ...
NEWARK, NJ — City youths who do not stay within 100 feet of their homes during certain nighttime hours could face police action starting Friday, April 12. The city announced that officers will enforce Newark's longstanding curfew ordinance, which prohibits people under 18 unaccompanied by an ...
PARAMUS, NJ – Bergen New Bridge Medical Center along with the NJ Sharing Network are recognizing the start of National Donate Life Month. The April month-long observance reminds the community how important organ and tissue donation are and how to register as a donor. At the end of last year, the ...
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - Passaic County Acting Sheriff Gary Giardina unveiled two Community Policing vehicles on Wednesday. The vehicles, painted to raise awareness of breast cancer and autism, will enhance the Passaic County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Division's ability to engage with the ...
PATERSON, NJ - The City of Paterson hosted a vibrant event on Wednesday, celebrating the culmination of the holy month of Ramadan. Eid, a significant religious holiday in Islam, is marked by prayers, feasting, and festivities. However, this season has been particularly challenging for many ...
PATERSON, NJ - Francisco Mantilla Way will soon be renamed "Francisco and Elsa Mantilla Way," honoring the contributions of both husband and wife to the City of Paterson. Elsa Mantilla's journey from the Dominican Republic to the United States in 1972 marked the beginning of a life dedicated ...
PATERSON, NJ - On Monday, Dr. Carlos Miranda, the Planetarium Program Manager at Paterson P-Tech Planetarium, and his team were part of a group that operated the Site 30 telescope, which is part of the Citizen Continental-America Telescopic Eclipse (CATE) 2024 project. The path of totality for ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson City Council has approved a contract worth $470,000 to VMF Construction of Fair Lawn for the renovation of the second floor of the Health building, a step towards modernizing the infrastructure and improving the functionality of the city's administrative ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Charter softball team showcased their dominance on the diamond on Tuesday, securing a 14-7 victory over Eastside. From the onset, the Lions set the tone for the game, capitalizing on scoring opportunities and maintaining relentless pressure on their opponents. The ...
PATERSON, NJ - Bergen County Tech's baseball team secured a victory over Eastside on Monday, with a final score of 5-2. Harssh Ramayanam Venkket from Bergen County Tech led the scoreboard with two runs, while Eduardo Alcantara from Eastside managed to contribute with one run. The Ghosts' Edgar ...
PASSAIC, NJ - Eastside's volleyball team faced off against Passaic on Monday, with Passaic ultimately securing a 2-1 victory. Fredrick Guillen from Eastside emerged as a standout player, leading his team with an impressive 19 kills and four blocks. Keury Suarez showcased exceptional playmaking ...
WAYNE, NJ - Passaic County Technical Institute's baseball team secured a victory over Kennedy on Monday, with a final score of 16-1. The Bulldogs' Aaron Espinal emerged as a standout player, launching a home run that set the tone for his team's commanding performance. Alongside him, Riquelby ...
BUTLER, NJ - Butler triumphed over Paterson Charter on Monday, with a final score of 7-1. Sarielys Rodriguez of Paterson Charter scored a crucial run for her team. However, it was Olivia Gorecki from Butler who contributed two runs and two hits to her team's victory. Paterson Charters' ...
NEW BRUNSWICK — A Manhattan-based investment giant is negotiating to buy Jersey Mike’s 2,700 sandwich shops across the U.S., including many in our area, now valued at $8 billion or more, according to media reports. Jersey Mike’s has 140 shops throughout New Jersey. Locations are available ...
BETHESDA, MD - Procter & Gamble is recalling 8.2 Million Defective bags of Tide, Gain, Ace and Ariel Laundry Detergent Packets due to risk of serious injury, announced the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The recall applies to the liquid detergent packets packaged in flexible ...
PASSAIC, NJ - Passaic Municipal Judge Jonathan H. Rosenbluth, ruled that charges filed against First Ward Councilman Mike Jackson should be heard in Passaic County Superior Court. While Fifth Ward Councilman Luis Velez, who brought the charges, appeared in the courtroom on Thursday, Jackson did ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson raised the flag for Autism Awareness Month on Monday, joining a global movement dedicated to promoting understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Originating from the efforts of the Autism Society of America in the early ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson firefighters went into quick action just after midnight on Sunday when a house fire left several people trapped by flames. According to reports, the Paterson Fire Department was dispatched to 272 Park Avenue at approximately 12:15 a.m., and, once on scene, found the house ...
BETHESDA, MD -Two Million Black+Decker® garment steamers by Empower Brands have been recalled due to a burn hazard announced the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. A refund is being offered to customers. According to the recall, the steamers can expel, spray, or leak hot water ...
TRENTON, NJ — 100 dogs were rescued and eight people arrested on April 3 in connection to what New Jersey law enforcement officials called a “dogfighting network.” Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin made the announce saying that that dogs had been bred and trained to fight for the profit of ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Is Saint Andrew's church closing? Parishioners will have to wait to find out. While attendees at an April 4 meeting hoped to get some answers from church officials about the future of the church, they were told instead to submit their questions in writing and that they’d be ...
PATERSON, NJ - The presidents of the unions representing police officers and superior officers of the Paterson Police Department, Angel Jimenez and Mason Maher, have spoken out against the charges filed against three Paterson officers in connection with an incident that occurred on December ...
CLIFTON, NJ - The Eastside High School softball team faced a tough loss against Clifton on Friday, marking their second defeat of the season. The game ended with a final score of 15-0 in favor of Clifton. Throughout the game, the Mustangs' Mia Joyce contributed significantly to her team's ...
PATERSON, NJ - Mayor Andre Sayegh addressed concerns regarding the 4.8 magnitude earthquake experienced in the area. Despite the unsettling nature of the event, Sayegh assured the public that there was no significant damage reported. "I want to emphasize the importance of calling 911 only in ...
NEW JERSEY- Much of New Jersey was shaking earlier today as a 4.8 magnitude earthquake rocked most of the state. The United States Geological Service (USGS) confirmed the tremors adding that the epicenter was closest to Whitehouse Station, in Hunterdon County. Residents from across the state ...
CLIFTON, NJ - Eastside's baseball team secured a win against Clifton on Thursday. The final score stood at 6-0 in favor of the Ghosts. Eastside's Eduardo Alcantara shone as a pivotal figure, contributing significantly to the team's success with two RBIs and a solid hitting performance. The ...
PATERSON, NJ - In honor of Autism Awareness Month, the Paterson Free Public Library - Main Branch is set to host the Binder Autism Center Annual Art Show. The event will take place in the Art Gallery Space on the third floor of the library and will take place throughout the month of April. This ...
PATERSON, NJ - Letitia Howe was honored last week for her dedication and service the community. Born and raised in Paterson, Howe grew up in Riverview Towers with her mother, who hailed from Puerto Rico and chose Paterson as her home. At the age of seven, she experienced the loss of her father, ...
PATERSON, NJ - In observance of National Minority Health Month, the City of Paterson cut the ribbon on CBH Care's Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic located at 680 Broadway, Suite 206. CBH Care, an organization with a longstanding commitment to mental health advocacy dating back to 1969, has been ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson Charter's softball team showcased their prowess on the diamond, overpowering Garfield with a commanding 14-4 victory on Monday. From the crack of the bat to the precision on the mound, Paterson Charter left no doubt about their intentions for the season. The game unfolded ...
